Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 4-pound beef chuck roast; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for coating; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 4 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces; 3 stalks celery, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces; 1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges; 3 cloves garlic, mashed; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup red wine; 3 cups low-sodium beef broth; 3 bay leaves; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 cup loosely packed parsley leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

One 4-pound beef chuck roast
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for coating
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 stalks celery, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
3 cloves garlic, mashed
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine
3 cups low-sodium beef broth
3 bay leaves
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup loosely packed parsley leaves, chopped

1
Sprinkle the roast all over with 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper.
2
Coat in flour and shake off any excess.
3
Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Add the roast to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8 minutes, turning as needed.
5
Transfer the roast to the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker, along with the carrots, celery, onions and garlic.
6
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet over medium heat.
7
Add the tomato paste and stir until the oil begins to turn brick-red, about 1 minute.
8
Add the flour and wine and whisk until thick (it's OK if there are some lumps).
9
Add the beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, allspice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and bring to a simmer, whisking, until the gravy is smooth and thickens slightly, about 4 minutes.
10
Pour the gravy into the slow cooker.
11
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
12
The roast and vegetables should be tender.
13
Remove the roast and let rest for a few minutes.
14
Discard the thyme stems and strain the vegetables, reserving the gravy.
15
Toss the vegetables with half the parsley and season with salt and pepper.
16
Stir the remaining parsley into the gravy and season with salt and pepper.
17
Slice the roast against the grain.
18
Serve the meat and vegetables on a platter, moistening them with some of the gravy; serve the remaining gravy on the side.

218

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 4-pound beef chuck roast, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for coating, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Pot Roast falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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